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A civic-student parade for Paraguay's 215th Independence Day in Coronel Oviedo on May 14, 2026, featuring 36 educational institutions, led to temporary street closures and traffic disruptions in the city center. The event, reorganized to include only public and subsidized schools, ran from early morning until mid-afternoon.
coronel-oviedoIn a social media post during Paraguay's independence celebrations, Deputy Rodrigo Gamarra (ANR, HC) suggested that fellow cartista Deputy Jazmín Narváez could be a candidate for governor of Central Department in 2028. The speculation comes despite internal party divisions and the fact that municipal elections have not yet taken place.
jazmin-narvaezrodrigo-gamarracolorado-partyPre-candidate for mayor of Asunción, Camilo Pérez, visited the San Cayetano neighborhood to engage with residents and listen to their concerns as part of his pre-internal election activities.
camilo-perezasuncionsan-cayetanoAuthorities in Luque have recovered a stolen vehicle, according to C9N. The case remains under investigation to identify and locate the perpetrators.
luqueParaguay's Olimpia is negotiating to extend the loan of 23-year-old forward Romeo Benítez until 2027, as the player has become a key figure under coach Pablo "Vitamina" Sánchez, according to El Nacional.
olimpiaromeo-benitezathletico-paranaensepablo-sanchezThe Encarnación bus terminal is experiencing low passenger numbers during the holiday period, though bus services continue to operate normally until midday tomorrow, according to C9N.
encarnacionThe Casa de la Independencia is at the heart of Paraguay's national celebrations, marked by patriotic activities, widespread flag displays, and significant citizen participation, reflecting a strong sense of national pride.
casa-da-independenciacasa-de-la-independenciaThe Paraguayan Old Fashioned recipe transforms the traditional American cocktail into a local version, using Paraguayan caña and simple ingredients. Ideal for celebrating Patriot Days, the drink combines caña, sugar, Angostura bitters, orange peel, and ice, with an optional maraschino cherry for garnish.
cocktailrecipecanaold-fashionedThe 2026 Brangus Autumn Expo, organized by the Association of Brangus Breeders of Paraguay, generated 6.3 billion guaraníes in revenue, surpassing initial projections by over 100%. A top price of 300 million guaraníes was paid for a bozal breeder, one of the highest ever recorded at the event.
brangusexpo-nacionalgeneticaA recent analysis by ABC Color highlights how Latin America continues to miss opportunities to harness economic competition as a driver for growth and development, drawing on a new BID publication that underscores the virtuous cycle of competition.
bidParaguay's National Directorate of Public Procurement (DNCP) has initiated an administrative inquiry into the Qatari firm Doha Holding Group LLC and several of its representatives following the rescission of a multi-million dollar gasoil supply contract with Petróleos Paraguayos (Petropar). The firm failed to deliver any fuel despite multiple extensions, leading Petropar to terminate the agreement and execute a performance bond.
petropardoha-holdingdncpA woman in Paraguay has survived a violent attack by her ex-partner, who surrendered to police claiming he had killed her. She now lives in fear and is urgently requesting authorities ensure her safety.